Colt Technology Services, a prominent player in digital infrastructure, has been recognized as one of the initial connectivity partners for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud.
This partnership will enable Colt to offer secure and high-performance Dedicated Cloud Access (DCA) connectivity, ensuring a streamlined connection to this new cloud designed to meet Europe's stringent data sovereignty and compliance requirements.
Colt's Cloud Access Solutions
The AWS European Sovereign Cloud is a groundbreaking development tailored to help organizations comply with comprehensive sovereignty regulations. Colt’s Dedicated Cloud Access provides a private, direct connection to this cloud, bypassing the public internet.
This approach enhances performance and security by reducing latency and safeguarding traffic during transit across the infrastructure.
Data Sovereignty Concerns
Nearly two-thirds (63%) of businesses cite data sovereignty as the main barrier to cloud adoptionData sovereignty has become a key consideration for businesses heading into 2026. Recent studies highlight that 84% of European companies view data sovereignty as a vital strategic element, and 70% report increased importance over the last two years due to stricter regulations like GDPR and the EU Data Act.
Additionally, 63% of businesses identify data sovereignty concerns as the primary hurdle to adopting cloud technologies.
Enhanced Data Security and Accessibility
Peter Coppens, VP – Product, at Colt Technology Services stated, “Businesses are facing a tangled web of complexity around regulatory compliance, security, and data protection. Safe, secure access to sovereign clouds should be straightforward and flexible - it shouldn’t add to the complexity. At Colt, our Direct Cloud Access solutions support businesses, extend their choice, provide flexibility and help keep their data safe.”
Customers opting for Colt’s Direct Cloud Access can take advantage of several benefits:
- An established partner ecosystem across public, private, and sovereign clouds.
- Extensive experience in connecting to hyper-scale and sovereign cloud platforms.
- Complete ownership of the stack, from fiber solutions to orchestration and service delivery.
- A unique fiber and cloud Point of Presence (PoP) throughout Europe.
- A comprehensive cloud connectivity portfolio tailored to diverse customer needs.
- Local offices providing sales support and operational contacts in each country.
